QUETTA: Despite claims of massive development and a declared health emergency in the province, Lasbela continues to suffer from the absence of basic medical facilities after a young man dies of snakebite.
In a tragic incident, a young man lost his life after being bitten by a venomous snake in the remote mountainous sub-division of Kanraj, at Goth Budho Lang.
According to reports, on Monday night, Ismail Manghar, a resident of the nearby village, was bitten by a poisonous snake.
Due to the unavailability of anti-snake venom and the spread of poison throughout his body, he could not survive.
The deceased was identified as the son of Khuda Bakhsh Morai Manghar, a renowned local of Lasbela’s historic Sawang Mora and owner of the New Al-Mustafa Sabireen Hotel, who was known for hosting visiting tourists.
The Balochistan government frequently boasts about major reforms and billions spent on improving the health sector.
Authorities claim that hospitals across the province have been upgraded, modern equipment has been installed, and healthcare is being delivered at people’s doorsteps.
However, the ground reality tells a different story. Even today, many people are deprived of essential healthcare.
Life-saving medicines are unavailable in hospitals, and patients from distant and underdeveloped areas face long journeys, poor treatment, and unbearable delays.
Many lose their lives to treatable conditions due to the lack of proper facilities.
Local residents and social activists have urged the government to ensure the provision of life-saving drugs and proper staff at hospitals and basic health centers.
Balochistan faces severe health challenges due to poor infrastructure, lack of medical staff, and scarcity of essential medicines.
Many hospitals and basic health units operate without doctors or modern equipment, leaving patients helpless, especially in remote areas.
Despite government claims of reforms, the province still struggles with inadequate healthcare facilities.
People often travel long distances for basic treatment, and life-saving drugs are often unavailable.
Malnutrition, maternal mortality, and waterborne diseases remain widespread.
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The situation demands immediate attention, with better allocation of resources, improved medical supplies, and deployment of trained professionals to ensure accessible and reliable healthcare for all citizens.
